TL;DR

Technology Risk Consultant: Managing and assessing technology risks within a financial services group with an accent on operational risk frameworks, technology asset lifecycle, and emerging technologies like AI. Focus on designing controls, setting policies, and enabling risk-informed decision-making in a hybrid work environment based in the UK.

Location: Hybrid work from Leeds, Halifax, or Manchester with at least 40% office presence; London-based candidates considered in exceptional cases

Salary: £65,385 - £72,650

Company

%hirify_global% is a leading UK financial services organisation focused on digital transformation and innovation in finance.

What you will do

Assess and manage technology risks across IT systems within financial services.
Design and implement risk controls, policies, and assurance frameworks.
Provide expertise on mobile application security, network infrastructure resilience, and cloud services.
Collaborate with risk owners and control offices to embed operational risk management.
Use operational data to monitor risk exposure and support decision-making.
Coach and inspire teams aligned with group strategy and purpose.

Requirements

Location: Must be based in or able to work hybrid from Leeds, Halifax, or Manchester (UK)
English: Proficient English required (job posting in English)
Deep expertise in technology risk and operational risk frameworks in financial services.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry standards related to technology risk.
Experience with emerging technologies such as AI and digital ledger technology.
Ability to set control objectives and performance indicators aligned with business strategy.

Culture & Benefits

Generous pension contribution up to 15% and annual performance-related bonus.
Share schemes including free shares and lifestyle-adapted benefits.
30 days holiday plus bank holidays and wellbeing initiatives.
Inclusive culture with focus on diversity, disability confidence, and support for under-represented groups.
Access to industry-leading tech education and career development support.